Day 4: Assignment Closure Old and the New

Thursday: 20th January 2011

Today the students participated in a practical exercise which had been developed as an assessment tool for ongoing work as well as retrospectively completing or closing gaps within previous units. The day was long (07.30 to 18.30) but a true reflection of a public service day.





Learner Comments

Amanda Said,

Whilst here at the Linnet Clough residential I have boosted or completed many of my assignments from both this and last year. This means that I now do not have many assignments left to complete.

I thoroughly enjoyed Linnet Clough, as it has brought the groups back together.

I would love to do something like this again, and thank all the staff for making this week possible and entertaining.

Cheers,

Amanda Turner

James said,

The years 2nd nationals needed this week, because as a group we were falling apart, this event has brought us all back together.

I would agree in saying that Linnet Clough phase 2 would be brilliant for the further years to come, working in this type of environment, you receive extra help from tutors, 1 to 1, which is really helpful when you need to up your grades.

I have boosted my grades from last year and completed some of this year's, which were is really helpful.

Again many thanks to all the staff for putting this event on, it was defiantly worth it and a great shout.

James Hancock - Group 1

Day 3: Good signs for the future

Wednesday: 19th January 2011

The day was developed to give the students time to reflect on their assignment goals and to work on practical projects and exercises, dictated by their individual needs and time plan.

Learner Comments

Jamie said,

A massive thank you to all the staff who have made this event possible. I've really enjoyed the week, I'm walking away from here with two Distinctions and a merit, instead of two passes and a referral!

Jamie Jepson

Jade said,

Never thought I'd be coming back for the fourth time, but it has definitely been worth it. Being assessed in a practical way has definitely helped me get my grades up because sometimes I struggle with coursework. It's also brought the groups back together. Before we came it was like we were all strangers but now we're back as a team. Because of the Linnet experience, I will start enjoying college again everyone is now closer and I'm not behind in my coursework anymore. So thank you to all the staff who sorted it out, and to all the other students for giving us a amazing week.

Jade Neville

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Lori said,

This past week has been something special to a lot of us, not only have we got a lot of our assignment work done and old work upgraded, but all worked hard to build the Go Cart track. Something that I never thought I would be taking part in. It has been a privilege to work with the rest of the group to make something of value for Linnet Clough.

Working with my friends in the Kitchen has been an experience in itself, not only making lots of yummy food for the group but learning new skills and gaining confidence. Something which i feel I have improved a lot since the first time I came here.

The whole group has got so much closer and we all feel that we can now start fresh back at college and end it in style.

As Me and Chloe said earlier - We came here as a team and Were gonna leave here as a better team.

On behalf of all of the team we want to say a big thank you to all the staff who have made this happen.

It has been a real experience and something that we will remember when we are achieving our goals in life.

Lori Marshall x

P.S were glad to have our Hollie Parkin back with us x

Mickey said,

I found that it was all round a good way to spend my time as i got a few grades up. Helped build the go cart track was a highlight as we all worked as a team to shift about 40+ ton of stones and digging. I have also gained more confidence also we got a lot more free time so we could just chill with a DVD and have a laugh

Mickey Watson

Day 2: Still Digging on the project as well as our assignments ?

Tuesday: 18th January 2011

Mixed tasks today (Project & assignment work)during the day the students were introduced to a tailor made bridging assignment which had been developed specifically to match the students’ needs and upgrade criteria and individual goals.

Connor said,

I can't describe how amazing it was to be back at Linnet Clough Phase 2. The work we did in a matter of a week. Just astounds me in just 4 and half days we created a go kart track out of what can only be explained as a pile of mud. And when we finished the track, the feeling of self satisfaction was brilliant and felt by everyone. Knowing that between us we lifted and moved around 40 tones of gravel and created an activity which would be enjoyed by others is simply fantastic
Although I was happy with my grades I was glad of the opportunity to upgrade a pass mark to a merit through the making and delivering a presentation we received helpful advice on how to turn a pass grade into a distinction.

I had never realized how much our groups had separated over the last year, thanks to the Linnet Clough experience we all are now much closer, I have never felt so connected to everyone, which makes it all the more harder knowing that this is our final year together, but at least we now finish as strong team, which is as we started. I love them all?

Adrian this year has let me help him with the pre 16 fitness sessions at college; this has been fantastic and has definitely helped me in progressing towards my goal of being a PTI in my future career.

This was a fantastic week; yes the work was strenuous at times however I hope that it can be done again because it brings so much happiness and a real reunion between lost friendships

Connor Richardson

Day 1: Spade Work ??????

Monday 17th January 2011:

The day starts with individual interviews, this was followed with the introduction of the the monumental task, which is to move 70 tons of hardcore and build a Go Kart Track in 4.5 days. In addition the learners began identifying and planning how they could improve their grades. By the end of the day each student had a clear a clear path which would lead them to their individual goals and achievements.

The students are digging deep, self evaluating and planning their individual assignment plans

Student Comments

Nick Hammock said,

Linnet clough phase 2 is what you need. it is great for boosting your grades and more importantly your confidence and morale. This is exactly what I needed to help me catch up, and have more time to improve my current work rather than spending it catching up on outstanding assignments. I also think that as a group we have all gone from being in our own social groups to one big family.

I would like to thank all the staff for all their hard work in arraigning and organising the activities which made Linnet Clough the best it has ever been.

I also thank all my fellow students for their effort working with one another

Nick Hammock